7 foods you thought were healthy, but really aren't

It felt so right, but it wasn't. Here's a list of foods you thought were the right decision but weren't.

1. Wheat and Multi-Grain breads. According to HowStuffWorks.com , wheat bread made with wheat flour is just as bad as white bread because both are made with enriched flour which is stripped of nutrients when it's processed.

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2. Smoothies. While the fruit base in smoothies are healthy, many chains offer the drinks in portions that are too big and have a large amount of added sugar, according to CookingLight.com .

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3. Yogurt. According to Mens Health , most major brands of yogurt, particularly "fruit on the bottom" types, have just as much sugar as a can of soda.

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4. Reduced Fat Peanut Butter. According to a PBS Newshour blog , when manufacturers take the fat out of peanut butter, they often replace that fat with more sugar.

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5. Granola. According to WebMD, granola got a reputation for being healthy in the 1960s because it was better for you than the sugary cereals on the market at the time. In reality, granola often contains a high amount of trans fat, sugar and calories.

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6. Sushi. While fish and rice both have great nutritional value, Mens Health says some popular choices like shrimp tempura pack 500 calories per roll.

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7. Sports Drinks. According to CookingLight.com , sports drinks containe electrolytes that are important to fuel intense workouts, but aren't needed for light activity. For every day, water or a calorie-free beverage is a healthier solution.